Perfect for- potluck and evening high teas

Prep Time- 15 minutes

Cooking Time- 20 minutes

Health Benefits:

• Oats are rich in fiber, protein, and essential minerals, making them a healthy and nutritious choice.
• Paneer is a good source of protein and calcium, which are essential for building and maintaining strong bones.

Instructions:

• Make the Oats Cheela Batter: In a blender or food processor, grind the oats into a fine flour.
• In a large bowl, combine the oat flour, besan, chopped onion, bell pepper, carrot, green chili (if using), ginger, turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, red chili powder, and salt.
• Gradually add water and whisk until you get a smooth, batter-like consistency. The batter should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
• Make the Paneer Filling: In a separate bowl, combine the crumbled paneer, chopped onion, tomato, green chili (if using), turmeric powder, coriander powder, garam masala powder, and salt. Mix well to combine.
• Cook the Oats Cheelas: Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add a little oil to the pan.
• Pour a ladleful of the batter onto the pan and spread it gently into a thin circle.
• Dollop a spoonful of the paneer filling in the center of the cheela.
• Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the bottom is golden brown and the edges start to set.
• Fold the cheela in half using a spatula.
• Cook for another minute or two, or until the other side is cooked through.
• Repeat with the remaining batter and filling.
• Serve hot: Garnish with chopped cilantro and enjoy your delicious and healthy oats masala cheela with paneer filling!

Tips:

• You can also add other vegetables to the cheela batter, such as chopped spinach, zucchini, or mushrooms.
• For a vegan option, you can use tofu or tempeh instead of paneer.